Instructional Coach - Literacy - Elementary

Position Type:
Professional/Title I Instructional Literacy Coach - Elementary
Date Posted:
9/28/2023
Location:
Educational Services Div ComplexJob Title: Title I Instructional Literacy Coach - Elem Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director - Elem. Language Arts Pay Grade: AP 3 - 187 Days
Dept./School: Education Services Division Date Revised: July 19, 2023
Primary Purpose:

1. To improve the quality of instruction through:
   • Facilitating and/or participating in Professional Learning Communities
   • Enhancing the pedagogical practices of teachers and administrators
   • Provide district level professional development
2. Facilitate the design and delivery of the English and/or Spanish language arts curriculum to maximize student learning.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

1. Valid teacher certification
2. If bilingual: Valid Bilingual certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

1. Extensive knowledge of curriculum, instruction and assessment
2. Working knowledge of TEKS and state assessments
3. Working knowledge of instructional technology and application
4. Demonstrated strength in instruction, curriculum and lesson design/delivery
5. Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
6. Strong communication and training/presentation skills
7. Ability to work effectively with principals, teachers, and students
8. Ability to lead Professional Learning Communities
9. Ability to coach teachers in classroom settings including observations with formative feedback
10. Ability to utilize formal and informal data to inform instruction
11. Ability to support others in the implementation of the district curriculum, effective teaching strategies, and other best practices in language arts
12. Fluent in English and Spanish (BTLPT or TALA) preferred but not required

Experience:

1. Minimum of five years teaching experience, preferred
2. Five years successful implementation of the district's language arts curriculum, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Improving the quality of instruction via the coaching process
2. Participating in and/or facilitating campus based Professional Learning Communities
3. Providing instructional leadership for the implementation of the language arts curriculum
4. Providing formative feedback to teachers regarding instructional practices
5. Providing leadership during professional development in the area of language arts in conjunction with campus and district needs
6. Modeling effective teaching practices at the campus level
7. Analyzing district, campus, and student achievement data from state and local assessments

Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment;
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 30 pounds)
Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; analyze data; implement policy and procedure; coordinate district functions. District-wide and statewide travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Physical demands of preparing for professional development sessions.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Funded by Title I, Part A with the primary purpose of supporting grant activities aimed at improving academic achievement for students struggling to meet state standards.
Approved by: Kim Holcomb Date: July 19, 2023
Reviewed by: Dr. Randy Davis Date: July 19, 2023